2004 BMW 325 vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1993 Volvo 850.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Volvo 850 (300 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |
